**About Company** K2 Industrial Services is a full service industrial cleaning company committed to safety, operational excellence and customer service. K2 offers turnkey solutions supporting routine maintenance, turnarounds//outages and capital projects. K2 is headquartered in Highlands, IN. K2 is a wholly owned operating company of ASRC Industrial (AIS). AIS is a wholly owned operating company of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC). Through ASRC, we are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). We offer competitive salaries and full range of benefits including: generous PTO plan, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K (100% match up to 4% eligible compensation) and 100% immediate vesting, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as other benefits. **Job Summary:** We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Associate to join our procurement team. The Purchasing Associate will be responsible for assisting the Purchasing Manager in sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, goods, and services. The Purchasing Associate will conduct data entry associated with purchase orders and perform monthly reconciliations. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen eye for detail. **Duties and Responsibilities:** + Assist in sourcing and purchasing materials, goods, and services based on company requirements. + Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels. + Coordinate with project managers and maintenance staff to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements. + Track orders and ensure timely delivery. + Resolve supplier issues and concerns in a timely manner. + Evaluate supplier performance based on quality standards, delivery time, and pricing. + Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors. + Stay up-to-date with industry trends and market conditions. **Key Requirements, Education, and Experience:** + Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred. + Proven experience as a Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Coordinator, or similar role. + Solid knowledge of purchasing processes, policies, and systems. + Excellent negotiation and communication skills. + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. + Proficient in MS Office applications. Experience with Viewpoint Vista ERP system is a plus + Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively. + Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. **Travel: No** EEO Statement: ASRC Industrial and its operating companies affords equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. ASRC Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.